A resolution acknowledging and commemorating the women in the Army who served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps and the Women's Army Corp during World War II.

12/29/2022, 7:18 PM

This resolution honors and commends the women who served in critical military positions in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corp and the Women's Army Corp to aid the war effort during World War II.

Bill 117 S.Res. 735 is a resolution that recognizes and honors the women who served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) and the Women's Army Corps (WAC) during World War II. The resolution acknowledges the important contributions and sacrifices made by these women in support of the war effort.

The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps was established in 1942 as the first official women's military unit in the United States. It was later converted to the Women's Army Corps in 1943, allowing women to serve in non-combat roles within the Army. These women played a crucial role in filling essential positions left vacant by men who were serving overseas.

The resolution highlights the bravery and dedication of the women who served in the WAAC and WAC, often facing discrimination and unequal treatment during their service. It also recognizes the barriers these women broke down, paving the way for future generations of women to serve in the military. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 735 serves as a tribute to the women who served in the WAAC and WAC during World War II, acknowledging their important role in history and honoring their service to their country.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 735

Introduced on
2022-08-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/2/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution honors and commends the women who served in critical military positions in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corp and the Women's Army Corp to aid the war effort during World War II.

Bill 117 S.Res. 735 is a resolution that recognizes and honors the women who served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) and the Women's Army Corps (WAC) during World War II. The resolution acknowledges the important contributions and sacrifices made by these women in support of the war effort.

The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps was established in 1942 as the first official women's military unit in the United States. It was later converted to the Women's Army Corps in 1943, allowing women to serve in non-combat roles within the Army. These women played a crucial role in filling essential positions left vacant by men who were serving overseas.

The resolution highlights the bravery and dedication of the women who served in the WAAC and WAC, often facing discrimination and unequal treatment during their service. It also recognizes the barriers these women broke down, paving the way for future generations of women to serve in the military. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 735 serves as a tribute to the women who served in the WAAC and WAC during World War II, acknowledging their important role in history and honoring their service to their country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution acknowledging and commemorating the women in the Army who served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps and the Women's Army Corp during World War II.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/6/2022

This resolution honors and commends the women who served in critical military positions in the Women's Auxiliary Army Corp and the Women's Army Corp to aid the war effort during World War II.


Latest Action8/2/2022
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S3865-3866)